Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This is a non-peace officer classification. Under the direct supervision of the Supervising Special Investigator I, the Special Investigator Assistant conducts routine investigative tasks that include providing support to journey level investigators and supervising investigators during investigations involving community care facilities. Duties include assisting with arrest investigations and ensuring registered sex offenders are not present in community care facilities as a non-dependent adult; assisting in obtaining medical, police, and court records; assisting in copying evidence; controlling evidence; typing and photocopying investigation reports; data entry; serving subpoenas and exclusions; preparing statistical reports; and assisting the supervisor with intake and referral processes.

All interested applicants are required to include the position number and job control number on the STD 678 Examination/Employment Application in the Job Title section.

The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.  Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. 

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Working Conditions

This position requires lifting & carrying up to 25 pounds, climbing stairs, sitting for extended periods and using a computer & keyboard.

This position may be eligible for Hybrid work. In-person attendance is required based on the operational needs of the position and in accordance with   the Statewide Hybrid Telework Policy, Government Code section 14200, and any applicable department telework requirements.  The successful candidate must reside in California at the time of appointment. Proof of California residency may be required .

Please note: Regular commute is not compensable.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

This position is designated under the Conflict of  Interest Code.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

knowledge of using Excel, California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS), DMV, Cal-Photo, CSAR and Automated Archives with the ability to meet deadlines. The Special Investigator Assistant must perform a full range of support duties and responsibilities and have a valid driver’s license.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!  The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.
  • 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
  • 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders
  • 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 - Salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program, please see the applicable for additional information on the length and percentage of reductions.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Remote work, Visa sponsorship

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